Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Cherokee

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Cherokee? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Downtown Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (2258)

$30 and under

Steak

Canton

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Downtown Kitchen. We have one goal in mind when we open our doors every day - "To do whatever it takes to create the best dining experience possible.' That means buying certified Angus beef, Ashley Farms chicken, New Zealand Spring lamb, dayboat fish and fresh local produce. We change our menus daily according to market and season availability. Our style of cooking is defined as simplicity at its best. We built the restaurant to elevate the guests' level of comfort. The bar, tables, and booths were custom-made by a local wood worker. And we searched the nation for unique works of Art to deck our walls. Music of Blues and Rock greats fill the air. Service is as important as the food. Our staff is sincere, knowledgeable and friendly. They hustle to deliver the best service around, yet take the time to remember your name and how you like your drink.

Top review

Brian

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and service in a charming location. Quite a find when looking to support local business we definitely will be back.

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Popular dish

Mushroom Ravioli

Queenies

4.8

4.8 (540)

$30 and under

Southern

Canton

About the restaurant

Seasonal Chef driven meat and two restaurant featuring upscale southern favorites.

Top review

Wayne

Dined 2 days ago

Loved everything but the noise level. Very hard to have a conversation. Will ask for a booth next time!

J. Michael's Prime

4.8

4.8 (2246)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Canton

About the restaurant

Steaks, Seafood, cocktails and more. A family owned restaurant nestled between Canton and Hickory Flat off of 140. Outdoor seating, private dining.

***Please call the restaurant to make a reservation @ 770-213-4058***

Top review

ScottVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing food and very professional staff. This place is so amazing and top notch.

Goin' Coastal - Canton

4.8

4.8 (3179)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Canton

About the restaurant

Jezebel Magazine - #35 of the TOP 100 restaurants in Atlanta
Highest Ranking Seafood Restaurant in the TOP 100
Atlanta Magazine - Highest ranked seafood restaurant in Atlanta
Yelp - 4 Star Rating

GOIN" COASTAL is a sustainable seafood joint. We feature only the highest quality seafood from sources, either fished or farmed that can exist over the long term without compromising species' survival or the health of the ecosystem. So why does this matter?

1. With over 75% of the world fisheries either fully fished or over fished, we believe the choices we make will help to enhance the seafood marketplace for all consumers.

2. Sustainable fishing practices are not only environmentally responsible they yield the highest quality seafood.

Thank you for supporting the sustainable seafood movement by GOIN COASTAL. Now, stop surfing the web and come eat some great seafood!

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Kim

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Carly was so much fun! We really enjoyed our time there!

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Popular dish

Shrimp

Magnolia Villa

4.7

4.7 (299)

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

Canton

About the restaurant

Magnolia Villa is nestled within the historical Mill at Etowah. This cozy Italian restaurant highlights our passion for honest cooking and an enjoyable atmosphere. Our menu features a selection of dishes, all made in-house.

Italian food is defined by it's simplicity and quality of ingredients. Magnolia Villa strives to offer our guest an experience of hospitality accompained by delicious food. With some of the freshest creations, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Loved by locals and traveling foodies alike, now is the perfect time for you to join us today at Magnolia Villa.

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SharonVIP

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

We always love seeing Rick. The meal is always excellent!

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4.8

4.8 (1779)

$31 to $50

Steak

Woodstock

About the restaurant

FOR PARTIES OF 10 OR MORE PLEASE EMAIL MANDY@SUCCULENTHOSPITALITY.COM
Located in the heart of downtown Woodstock you'll find Prime 120, the southeast's premier prime steakhouse. This is a perfect destination for your special occasion. Guests will be wowed whether sitting at the bar while their favorite crafted cocktail is created by one of our talented bartenders, dining in our elegant dining room or on our spacious patio, with a new beautiful outdoor bar, by the 20 ft. stone fireplace. Our partnership with Farmers & Fisherman allows us to provide our guests the best steaks in the country and the freshest fish available. Chef William Sigley has created a menu that truly celebrates the essence and flavors of the meats that are finished off in our Mugnaini wood ovens. Our private dining room, featuring a stone fireplace, is available for parties up to 30 and other options for large groups are available. Brunch served Saturdays and Sundays 11am-3pm.

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CindyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The food and service were both excellent. The atmosphere is very nice. I will most definitely be back. Our server was very professional and sweet. There is a wide variety of choices on the menu.

Riverstone Corner Bistro

4.7

4.7 (768)

$30 and under

American

Canton

About the restaurant

Enjoy a Quaint, corner bistro with a country-chic vibe. The Cheers of Canton - where everyone knows your name, and we’re always glad you came!

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Cheryl

Dined 2 days ago

Everything was delicious - French onion soup couldn’t have been better and the Reuben, my favorite, never disappoints. Parking is a challenge and the noise level is difficult but the food and ambiance make it worthwhile. We have already booked our next event.

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Popular dish

Fried Green Tomato Sandwich

Popular dish

Fried Green Tomatoes

Roberto's Deluxe

4.7

4.7 (211)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Woodstock

About the restaurant

Reservations are available any time for our Chef's counter, dining room tables and patio seating. Bar Top and High-Top Bar seating is first come, first served. For large Parties - please give us a call.

Roberto's is a chef-driven seafood restaurant serving fresh oysters, soups, salads, and wood fired grilled fish. The bar serves a wide selection of spirits, beer, and wine. The atmosphere is bright and cheerful, representative of the Emerald Coast.

The dining room features 25 counter seats that put you right in the action surrounding the kitchen.

Hours of Operation:
Happy Hour: Tuesday - Sunday 4:00 - 5:00...
Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday: 4:00 - 9:00...
Friday & Saturday: Lunch 11:30 - 3:00 / Raw Bar 3:00 - 4:00 / Dinner 4:00 - 10:00...
Sunday: Lunch 11:30 - 3:00 / Raw Bar 3:00 - 4:00 / Dinner 4:00 - 9:00

Top review

Mary Pat

Dined 5 days ago

Everything was so good! Oysters, muscles Si good we ordered twice. Michael was a great server. Will be back to try other menu items

Local on North

4.6

4.6 (1311)

$30 and under

American

Canton

About the restaurant

LOCAL pays homage to the Metropolitan and Northern regions of Georgia through food, design, service, and customer care. Our aspiration was to create a place that has favorites, drinks and food, which will make each person in your group happy and satisfied.

Private Event Level, Newly Renovated to Service up to 100 Guests. Perfect setting for your special event. Event Specialist: Salem 678-462-9223

Top review

AnthonyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Good food great service had good live music would recommend and return!!!

Union Hill Grill

4.5

4.5 (704)

$30 and under

American

Canton

About the restaurant

Union Hill Grill is a traditional American steakhouse with upscale plates and atmosphere.

Top review

ScottVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Food was great, as always. Service was slow and the restaurant appeared to be in the middle of reconfiguration. We were sat in what used to be the entrance of the restaurant. Just didn’t have a good ambiance.

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